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Bulgarian Prime Minister Borissov expresses condolences over tragedy in Kemerovo in Russia

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In a telegram to the Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, Dmitry Medvedev, Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borissov has expressed his deepest condolences in connection with the tragic incident in Kemerovo, which resulted in the death of dozens of people.

The news was reported by the government’s information service. "The terrible tragedy that has taken many children’s lives makes it even harder for everyone. I express my deep sympathy to the families of those who perished, and I wish quick recovery to the injured," the telegram reads.


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